Behavioral Health Case Manager - Discharge & Aftercare

Summit BHC; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, Texas, is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to support clinical services by coordinating case management across units and ensuring smooth discharge and aftercare planning. The role involves collaboration with families, referral sources, and treatment teams to implement individualized service plans.

Responsibilities include maintaining clinical records, coordinating referrals, facilitating access to community resources, and initiating discharge planning at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field.
• 1+ years of case management experience preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required.
• Restraint certification training offered upon hire/renewal.
• Onsite position at the Palms Behavioral Health facility; not remote.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development of the service plan and implements activities per ISP.
• Maintains comprehensive clinical records and coordinates care across teams.
• Coordinates discharge planning and aftercare with families and providers.
• Establishes referrals for psychiatric services, therapy, housing, employment, and other services.
• Manages AHCCCS/SSI/SSD screening and eligibility processes when applicable.
• Arranges aftercare appointments and documents contact with referral sources in a timely manner.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, Texas, is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to support clinical services by coordinating case management across units and ensuring smooth discharge and aftercare planning. The role involves collaboration with families, referral sources, and treatment teams to implement individualized service plans.

Responsibilities include maintaining clinical records, coordinating referrals, facilitating access to community resources, and initiating discharge planning at